Latex Exam Gloves

Latex exam gloves are ideal for a variety of uses ranging from medical and dental applications to food service. Single use disposable latex exam gloves are designed to provide a protective hygienic barrier and prevent the transmission of disease, virus and food borne illnesses. Powdered latex exam gloves are easier for the wearer to put on, and the addition of powder to the gloves provides a level of comfort for the wearer. Powder free latex exam gloves are recommended for users with latex allergy or skin sensitivity, or frequent users of latex exam gloves who experience eczema or skin irritation.

Latex exam gloves are trusted by medical professionals, health therapists and individuals including tattoo artists, body piercers and beauty therapists who come into contact with bodily fluids as part of their profession. Use of disposable latex exam gloves provides a reliable protective barrier, prevents accidental contact with hazardous substances, protects against viral and bacterial transmission and facilitates safe and hygienic work practices. By correctly storing and using latex exam gloves, and maintaining applicable hygiene and safety standards, users can be confident that they are protecting themselves and their clients from contamination or exposure to biological hazards or pathogens. Thin enough to allow handling of delicate equipment such as surgical tools and with enough flexibility to present no impediment, use of latex exam gloves will not prevent the user from carrying out tasks that require precise, accurate movements and control of precision tools.

A latex exam glove is also capable of withstanding a mild amount of pressure providing a modicum of protection against rips, tearing and some punctures. Latex exam gloves are flexible and available in a variety of sizes, allowing for a secure, comfortable fit. Latex exam gloves will not provide an impervious barrier to sharp objects, and care must be exercised when using needles, scalpels and other implements that pierce the skin, or when using in an environment that has sharp objects present. Emergency medical care providers may wish to select thicker latex exam gloves for added protection at accident sites or more hostile environments.

Powdered latex exam gloves can be applied rapidly and removed with ease. The addition of powder, commonly cornstarch, prevents the gloves from sticking together and prevents tearing if gloves are applied quickly. Lightly powdered latex exam gloves are available, providing the comfort and ease of powdered gloves with a minimum of powder to avoid skin irritation. Use of a waterbased moisturizer or barrier cream can help alleviate or prevent skin irritation. Powder free latex exam gloves are recommended for users with an allergy to latex or those who may have to put the gloves on over wet hands. Powder free latex exam gloves are more suitable than powdered latex exam gloves for use in food service and food preparation. Frequent users, or users wearing gloves for extended periods of time may find powder free latex exam gloves more comfortable in the long term, and less likely to cause a skin reaction than powdered latex exam gloves.